Ginger ale. Gingerbread. Ginger tea. Have you guessed the topic of this post yet?
Knobby and finger-like, fresh ginger, or ginger root, is a flavorful addition to cooking and beverages. It can be used in a variety of different recipes. Ginger in stir-fry is one of my favorite ways to use it. Such a light, fresh taste.
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Moving into the last of our whole grain special blog posts, this is a unique grain to the American market. Amaranth is technically a very tiny seed, but has similar nutrition to whole grains, including fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein. A gluten-free food, amaranth gives another quick-cooking option to those avoiding gluten.
Recipes may use amaranth cooked or popped (yes, similar to popco...

Moving into summer, let's go tropical! I shared about pineapple several years ago, and mango is another tasty favorite of mine. All fruits and veggies have their own unique flavors, and I compare mango to the taste and texture of a peach, but a different kind of sweetness.
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